19 Summer Festivals and Fairs in Atlanta for Families

Celebrate the Fourth of July at patriotic festivals and parades across Atlanta. Photo by the author

Get hyped for the summer festival season in Atlanta as more fun events are announced every day! From yummy food and live music to bouncy houses and parades, there is something to keep every family member happy at these fun-in-the-sun summer festivals near you. We picked our faves to add to your summer calendar...don't sleep on the delicious Atlanta Ice Cream Festival, as well as lots of Fourth of July festivals, and the always popular Dragon Con!

36 Best Summer Festivals and County Fairs in San Francisco for Kids and Families

Find great fair food and fun in Napa this summer. Photo courtesy of the Napa Town and Country Fair

Summer festivals in San Francisco are the best way to enjoy those few months without any fog or rain. These outdoor festivals bring families and friends together to celebrate fabulous food, cool cultures, and loads of fun activities. There are county fairs, block parties, music festivals, and of course, plenty of events honoring the 4th of July.

From Ferris wheels and mini roller coasters at fests like the 33rd Bay Area KidFest in Concord to honoring our missing fog at Pacifica's Fog Fest, here we rounded up the best summer festivals in San Francisco and the Bay Area for kids and families.

For more fun things to do in the Bay Area every day of summer, check out our calendar of events. Plus, plan your summer road trips with our Weekend Getaway and Day Trips for San Francisco Guide

Wonderland, Submerge Science Fest, and More Things To Do in NYC this Weekend with Kids

Hudson River Park presents the free, two-day long Submerge Science Festival. Photo courtesy of Hudson River Park

Looking for the best things to do in New York City this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

We're mid-May and NYC is pulling out all the stops. Can't-miss events this weekend include the Submerge Marine Science Festival, plus Family Fun Day at Hudson Yards and a Sound and Color fest in Brooklyn Bridge Park. The New York Botanical Garden is going down a magical rabbit hole and opening its new Wonderland experience, and the Hippo Playground Fair—rescheduled from Sunday, May 5—finally materializes in Riverside Park.

32 Summer Festivals and Fairs in 2024 in Westchester and the Hudson Valley

Play under the balloons at the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival

Summer fairs and festivals in Westchester and the Hudson Valley offer a ton of ways to party al fresco this summer. The region's staged outdoor entertainment options are wide-ranging, including picnic-blanket music festivals and cultural-heritage feasts.

We are kicking off the summer festivities with the family-friendly Scarsdale Music Festival and a Juneteenth Kickoff Festival in New Rochelle. Other stand-out events include the first-ever Sleepy Hollow Mermaid Festival and the annual Bear Mountain Native American Heritage Celebration and Pow Wow.

Have a Bashing Good Time at Farmingdale's iSmash

The rage rooms at iSmash in Farmingdale can be booked for 20-minute sessions.

Whether you're looking to destroy and decompress or get crafty and creative, iSmash in Farmingdale has your crew covered. This smash-and-splatter paint space brings a unique experience to the heart of downtown Main Street. 

After smashing up a bunch of stuff, my teenage boys said it was the best activity they'd ever done, so this place definitely appeals to a certain audience! 

If you're looking for more out-of-the-box party ideas, check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids.

32 June Summer Festivals and Street Fairs in New Jersey for Families

State Fair Meadowlands is the biggest fair in the New York metropolitan area. Photo courtesy of the fair

Family-friendly summer festivals and street fairs in New Jersey offer fun for all ages and interests this month. With the change of seasons and rising temperatures, fill your calendar with a long-awaited lineup of early summer events that center on everything from music and food to rides and games.

Relish the 17 days of rides, games, food, and fireworks at the action-packed State Fair Meadowlands. Or celebrate the start of summer with a sky of beautiful balloons at Warren County Hot Air Balloon, Arts & Crafts Festival. 

Read on for more than 30 great New Jersey fairs and festivals happening in June. 

Rhubarb, Car Show, Free Flicks, Spring Fest, and More Fun Things To Do in Philly this Weekend

Kids and their families are invited to head outside for a day of play, including interactive performances, live book readings, character meet-and-greets, and more. Photo courtesy Beaumonde Originals

Looking for the best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your must-do list.

Spring is in full force in Philly, and there are a variety of family-friendly events to enjoy. Starting off with Friday Flicks at the Fountain to the historical charm of the Civil War Weekend, there's something for everyone. Don't miss Parkway Pals Play Day for outdoor fun, and take a drive to indulge in rhubarb delights at the Rhubarb Festival in Intercourse, PA. Plus, enjoy the music, food, and activities of the Roxborough Spring Fest.

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